Ecoscraps Organic Potting Soils
Reducing food waste and slowing landfill growth through composted soils
Kevin Serai
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Seven “Megatall” Skyscrapers Coming Soon
The era of “supertall” structures (buildings over 300 meters) seems to be coming to a close as “megatall” structures begin to take over. These behemoth buildings, which currently include just three skyscrapers—Dubai’s …
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The True Meaning of “Australia Day” to Aboriginal People
Celebrated each year on 26 January, Australia Day marks the anniversary of British ships first landing at Port Jackson, New South Wales and the raising of the British flag at Sydney Cove. …
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How an Abandoned Rat Made it to Broadway
Last summer, a few abandoned albino rats (the kind people keep as pets) took up residence in a median strip on NYC’s West 57th street. They rapidly began to multiply, alarming both …
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Questlove’s Wild Story About Prince
Questlove, the multi-talented member of The Roots, has seen a lot throughout his career. He recently shared the weirdest story about an experience he had with Prince, and it’s almost too good …
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62 People Have the Same Wealth as Half the World
According to a new report from Oxfam, 62 people now hold the same wealth as half of the entire world’s population. That group of people, which could fit into a double decker …
Victoria Wilmotte’s Pli Side Table
An elegant, sculptural creation from the French designer
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A New Dinosaur Has Been Discovered
Amateur fossil-hunters recently uncovered the bones of a brand new dinosaur in Wales. The dog-sized dino, newly named Dracoraptor hanigani (which means “dragon robber”), was a small, carnivorous species that lived during …
Kan-no-shiro Matcha Powder
$15.00
More than just a tea shop, Kyoto-based retailer Ippodo Tea Co. has specialized in the cultivation and blending of matcha, sencha and other Japanese teas for nearly three centuries. Their Kan-no-shiro 40g can of matcha powder is ground from shade-cultivated leaves and soothes with its full-bodied flavor and mellow sweetness. It’s an unfailing choice for green tea aficionados and newcomers alike.
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A Forgotten American Train Journey
Once called “the grandest scenic trip on Earth,” the Mount Lowe Railway transported passengers through miles of mountainous vistas high above southern California. Conceived by American inventor Thaddeus Lowe in the late …